NHTSA Recall 18V178000: Engine (engine and engine cooling)
Hino Motors Sales U.S.A., Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 45 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the Hino NE8J.
| NHTSA campaign | 18V178000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | AA9Q0 |
| Component | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING › ENGINE |
| Report received | March 15, 2018 |
| Owner notification | May 14, 2018 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Hino Motor Sales U.S.A., Inc. (Hino) is recalling certain 2018-2019 NE8J, NJ8J, and NV8J trucks. The engine valve train adjustment screw lock nuts may not have been properly tightened manufacturing, possibly resulting in them coming loose within the engine and damaging it.
Safety risk
The damage to the engine may result in it shutting off and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Hino will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the torque on the valve train adjustment screw lock nuts. If a nut is found missing, the engine will be replaced, free of charge. The recall began on May 18, 2018. Owners may contact Hino customer service at 1-248-699-9390. Hino's number for this recall is AA9Q0.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 18V178000
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.